Spain's Role in the Berlin Conference and African Colonization

What was one of the main reasons Spain did not receive more African territories during the Berlin Conference?

• Spain had no interest in Africa.

• Spain lacked historic claims to African lands.

• Spain was focused on Asia.

• Spain was allied with Portugal.

How did the Treaty of Tordesillas affect Spain's claims in Africa?

• It allowed Spain to claim all of Northern Africa.

• It divided the world between Spain and Portugal, excluding Africa from Spain's claims.

• It gave Spain control over all of Africa.

• It was irrelevant to Spain's African claims.

Which country, despite having historic links to Africa, did not receive any territory during the Berlin Conference?

• France

• Netherlands

• Belgium

• Germany

What was a significant factor that prevented Spain from enforcing its claims in Africa?

• Lack of military power

• Abundant natural resources

• Overpopulation

• Strong alliances with other European powers

What did Spain hope to gain from Morocco, and what was the outcome?

• Spain wanted to colonize Morocco but was defeated by local forces.

• Spain sought to form an alliance but was rejected by Morocco.

• Spain hoped to gain full control but only received economic access.

• Spain aimed to establish a trade route but was blocked by Portugal.